Machines come and go in the motorcycling world. Times change, as do riders and their expectations. But since 1975 there’s been a bike in the Honda range that has stood the test of time – the Gold Wing.
Machines come and go in the motorcycling world. Times change, as do riders and their expectations. But since 1975 there’s been a bike in the Honda range that has stood the test of time – the Gold Wing.
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Engine and transmission
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| Engine type: | 4-stroke, Boxer |
| Displacement: | 1832 cc (111.94 cubic inches) |
| Bore × stroke: | 2.91 inch × 2.8 inch (oversquare - shortstroke) |
| Cooling system: | Water cooled |
| Power: | 118.29 HP (87 kW) @ 5500 rpm |
| Torque: | 167 Nm (123.17 lb-ft) @ 4000 rpm |
| Throttle: | Cable operated |
| Valves | |
| Valve train: | SOHC, non-variable |
| Valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel and ignition | |
| Sparks per cylinder: | 1 |
| Fuel supply system: | Fuel injection |
| Ignition type: | Digital CDI |
| Compression: | 9.8:1 |
| Engine mounting: | Transverse |
| Lubrication system: | Wet sump |
| Gear box: | Manual 5-speed |
| Clutch: | Wet, multiple discs, hydraulic operated |
| Final drive: | Shaft |
| Starter: | Electric |
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Dimensions
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| Physical measures | |
| Length: | 103.7 inch |
| Width: | 37.2 inch |
| Height: | 57.3 inch |
| Wheel base: | 66.5 inch |
| Trail: | 4.3 inch |
| Ground clearance: | 4.92 inch |
| Seat height: | 29.1 inch |
| Weight | |
| Curb weight: | 910.5 lbs |
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Chassis and suspension
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| Frame type: | aluminium, twin spar |
| Front | |
| Suspension: | Cartridge |
| Suspension travel: | 5.51 inch |
| Fork angle: | 29° |
| Brake: | Twin Disk, Ø11.65 inch |
| Tire: | 130 / 70 R18 R |
| Rear | |
| Suspension: | mono shock, Swingarm |
| Suspension travel: | 4.13 inch |
| Brake: | Disk, Ø12.44 inch |
| Tire: | 180 / 60 R16 R |
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Other
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| ABS available: | No |
| Power-to-weight ratio: | 0.21 KW/lbs (4.75 lbs/HP) |
| Fuel capacity: | 6.6 gals |
| Number of riders: | 2 persons |
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